NLSIU Library Trainee Recruitment 2026 Apply

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru has invited applications for 1 Library Trainee post. This is a contractual position for six months from the date of appointment, based in Bengaluru, and may be extended if required. The pay is Rs. 20,000 per month, and the last date to apply is 9 November 2026 (5 PM IST). The post is open to candidates with a Master's degree in library and information science, and freshers are preferred.

NLSIU was established in 1987 as a pioneer in legal education. Over the last three decades, the University has grown into an innovative leader in law, social sciences, humanities, and public policy education and research in India. It has also been ranked first among the law universities in the National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF) for the last eight years. The trainee will work at the Shri Narayan Rao Melgiri Memorial National Law Library.

Important Dates

• Last date to apply: 9 November 2026 (5 PM IST)
• Notice date: 19 October 2026

Vacancy Details

Eligibility

• Essential qualification: Master's degree in library and information science or equivalent from a recognized University or Institute
• Essential skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), KOHA, DSpace and IT skills; cataloguing as per MARC and AACR II standards
• Experience: No prior experience is required. Freshers are preferred.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Catalogue management (KOHA and manual records): copy cataloguing, editing and standardising records, verifying holdings, and updating legacy records where automated data is unavailable (1st priority)
• Digitised collections (Calibre): reviewing scanned PDFs for completeness and quality, adding and standardising metadata, and updating accession numbers, call numbers and edition details (2nd priority)
• DANS institutional repository (DSpace): correcting dissertation titles and URLs, updating abstracts, and completing or refining metadata (last priority)
• Selected candidates will be trained in all sections of the library and are expected to spend a considerable amount of time cataloguing resources as per MARC and AACR II standards
• The library runs from 9:00 AM to 12:00 midnight; shift work on a rotational basis, including weekends and holidays, may be required

How to Apply

• Apply through the designated Google form
• Attach an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Statement of Purpose (not more than 500 words) explaining your interest and suitability for the role, and details of two professional references (two faculty references for freshers)
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email
• For full details, see the official website

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